Bicycle Brahs Part 2 - The Lance Armstrong Ball (literally bicycle)

[gamblor21]

To many DUI's

No i love the freedom, how far from home you can get before you even realize it. Of course the workout doesn't hurt either.

[condorhb60]

I like challenging my boundaries and putting myself in situations that require focus because of low margin for error. It really gives a good contrast to the mundane work days in the office to get out on the weekend and push the limits.

[Idioteque]

Just got this as an early Xmas present. Pushed myself a little too hard on it yesterday after dinner and ended up puking. This video is what I did and it kicked my ass, havent ridden in 3 months though. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSFYRiqodvU

I live in NY so this should be handy in the winter.

Going to get the inRide power , cadence, speed and distanc eand HR sensor add on for it.

Anyone have one of these?

[ErikTheElectric]

^ Yeah it's pretty sick.


Debating between that and the wahoo kickr atm.

[SkepticalOne]

Just got this as an early Xmas present. Pushed myself a little too hard on it yesterday after dinner and ended up puking. This video is what I did and it kicked my ass, havent ridden in 3 months though. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSFYRiqodvU

I live in NY so this should be handy in the winter.

Going to get the inRide power , cadence, speed and distanc eand HR sensor add on for it.

Anyone have one of these?

This is my setup. I absolutely love it.

[Idioteque]

Yah its awesome and i've only done one ride so far on it. Going to wake up early tomorrow morning and get a workout in. Do you have the HR + Power sensor? If so, how do you like it?

Also, what do you watch while on it? Only riding videos and spin class training videos or just regular tv?

Also, curious about the sweat band thing you have, whats that all about?

Lol at the fan, i was pouring sweat! Much more than ive experienced on an actual ride but thats prob bc no wind flow so i noticed it more.

[SkepticalOne]

Yah its awesome and i've only done one ride so far on it. Going to wake up early tomorrow morning and get a workout in. Do you have the HR + Power sensor? If so, how do you like it?

Also, what do you watch while on it? Only riding videos and spin class training videos or just regular tv?

Also, curious about the sweat band thing you have, whats that all about?

Lol at the fan, i was pouring sweat! Much more than ive experienced on an actual ride but thats prob bc no wind flow so i noticed it more.

I don't have a power meter or hrm. Just cadence and speed.

I use ctxc videos such as the one below while listening to podcasts.



My view from aboard:

[gamblor21]

Yeah i use the Wahoo kickr which has the built in power meter. You have to use a fan blowing up in your face, you will still sweat like crazy but its the only way to last more than 20 minutes. I use ZWIFT which is what is up on my Tv via apple tv.

I would also suggest you buy a trainer tire so you don't wear out your real tire.

[ErikTheElectric]

^currently go through 1 gatorskin per month with my current setup so I'm used to wearing out tires. Annoying as hell TBH.

[Drhunglow]

^currently go through 1 gatorskin per month with my current setup so I'm used to wearing out tires. Annoying as hell TBH.

Why are you using a trainer in SD?
You can ride all year round no? I almost can here. Though my ears hurt

[ErikTheElectric]

Why are you using a trainer in SD?
You can ride all year round no? I almost can here. Though my ears hurt

Mornings are in the 30s and it's an easier way for me to do my interval training/power training/etc. Plus I can get a reasonable price on one.

[Idioteque]

I did Sufferfest - A Very Dark Place. This is my second ride on my trainer. I didn't puke like I did on my first ride lol. I downloaded my data using inRide for Kinetic + HR Tickr X to Golden Cheetah.

But damn, I'm a little weak aren't I? Seems like most people i see on forums are averaging 200+ watts whereas I peak out on the hills at ~200ish.

I guess that's room for improvement

[ErikTheElectric]

^ Still some good numbers. Just have to train on hills a bit more!

[RockyIV]

When it comes to power it's power to weight ratio that matters.

I hit the trails up this weekend. Just a quick 7 miles Saturday and an impromptu 22 miles on Sunday.

Trail riding is so much harder than road riding. We don't have rocks or real hills in Memphis but we have lots of winding singletrack with tons of tree roots.

I'm sore everywhere and I didn't even crash.

[ErikTheElectric]

Now that finals are approaching. Going to be getting some time to be doing more longer distance rides again. My last climbing session went pretty well. Managed to get 10th (out of 3k) on my every day climb, gotta love that feel!

[jj121591]

^ Nice work man. Any races coming up? (what cat are you btw?)

Lowly cat 5 here. Hoping to get to 3 next year but racing has stopped in NE until about April... I'm happy with my fitness/power numbers/FTP but def need to get more confident with bike handling in the upcoming season.

[ErikTheElectric]

^ Nice work man. Any races coming up? (what cat are you btw?)

Lowly cat 5 here. Hoping to get to 3 next year but racing has stopped in NE until about April... I'm happy with my fitness/power numbers/FTP but def need to get more confident with bike handling in the upcoming season.

Thanks dude. Same, only a cat 5. Didn't race seriously enough last year due to work/school. Debating whether to even try next year.

[KRANE]

When it comes to power it's power to weight ratio that matters.

I hit the trails up this weekend. Just a quick 7 miles Saturday and an impromptu 22 miles on Sunday.

Trail riding is so much harder than road riding. We don't have rocks or real hills in Memphis but we have lots of winding singletrack with tons of tree roots.

I'm sore everywhere and I didn't even crash.

I hit an impromptu 29 on Sunday and wasn't half bad. Then got caught in an infrequent southern CA rain storm on the way home and got sick. Been down for the past two days. No cold symptoms other than feeling weak. None typically cold weather from what I hear.

[ErikTheElectric]

I hit an impromptu 29 on Sunday and wasn't half bad. Then got caught in an infrequent southern CA rain storm on the way home and got sick. Been down for the past two days. Not cold symptoms other than feeling weak. None typically cold weather from what I hear.

It's absurd how cold it is atm (inb4 hate)


Was in the mid 20's this morning during my repeats. Still proud to say I went out and put in work before the upcoming challenge!

[JerseyStr0ng]

anyone catch the Lance Armstrong interview on Joe Rogan today? I caught the middle and found thought it was pretty interesting.

[calmlikewind]

Just got into cycling 2 weeks ago and Im in need of a bib for those long distance rides, did 100km for the first time yesterday and my ass was pretty sore by the end of it. What are peoples recommendations on brands you trust when it comes to cycling gear in terms of quality and value for money ? AND atm I just ride an old cromo bike with rsx shifters, what do people think of the cervelo RS with 105 crankset? Will rep for help

[sk1nnyboy]

Just got into cycling 2 weeks ago and Im in need of a bib for those long distance rides, did 100km for the first time yesterday and my ass was pretty sore by the end of it. What are peoples recommendations on brands you trust when it comes to cycling gear in terms of quality and value for money ? AND atm I just ride an old cromo bike with rsx shifters, what do people think of the cervelo RS with 105 crankset? Will rep for help

Check out wiggle.com.au they have some good deals on bibs now

EDIT: dhb which is wiggle's house brand are decent for the price

[KRANE]

Just got into cycling 2 weeks ago and Im in need of a bib for those long distance rides, did 100km for the first time yesterday and my ass was pretty sore by the end of it. What are peoples recommendations on brands you trust when it comes to cycling gear in terms of quality and value for money ? AND atm I just ride an old cromo bike with rsx shifters, what do people think of the cervelo RS with 105 crankset? Will rep for help

Well you're going to have a wide swath when it comes to anatomies. However, Giordana cycling apparel and/or Pearl are great when cost is not an option (or they have a sale that fits you).

In my case though, I find Performance gear 8-9ths the quality of the expensive stuff for a lot less. I was even pleasantly surprised to find that their tights were long enough (also comfortable and warm) even for my 6'4 frame.

[DatPass]

Nearly ended up under a car on the way home after work today, was doing a U-turn to get on the other side of a 3 lane and some fukhead 90 deg to my left (ausbrah) turning in the same direction decided to pull into the middle of the turning area right up to my curb.

I was absolutely fkn hammering it and the kunt came about 5 car lengths too far towards me in anticipation of turning. Went sideways for a good 15ft (in duty boots no less, was quite freaky having not been sideways since i was about 12 and riding a bmx) and stopped about 2ft away from his front right wheel.... then the kunt sat there looking at me like "what? are you going to move?".

Pretty sure my back tyre is raped as i was feeling a little bump all the way home which im assuming is a slight flat spot.

[Auxe]

Well you're going to have a wide swath when it comes to anatomies. However, Giordana cycling apparel and/or Pearl are great when cost is not an option (or they have a sale that fits you).

In my case though, I find Performance gear 8-9ths the quality of the expensive stuff for a lot less. I was even pleasantly surprised to find that their tights were long enough (also comfortable and warm) even for my 6'4 frame.

I have a hard on for Pearl izumi products lol

[ErikTheElectric]

I have a hard on for Pearl izumi products lol

Same. Mostly their bibs/shorts.


Jerseys are just meh IMO.

[calmlikewind]

Tried on a rapha bib so comfortable but damn at the price, probably buy it when it is on sale though. For now, just bought some padded jaggad shorts supporting the local Australian economy. Thinking of buying one of these , which one experts...it is summer right now?

Pearl Izumi Attack Bib Shorts $89.95 RRP: $109.95
Pearl Izumi Elite 3/4 Bib Tight $79.95 RRP: $149.95

[ErikTheElectric]

^ I have both. The Elite is better (obviously, haha). DEpends on your preferences though.

[calmlikewind]

^ I have both. The Elite is better (obviously, haha). DEpends on your preferences though.

cheers man, ill just buy it then, looks better too ahhaha

[Ironmanlet]

new here.

my new ride. put 14 miles on it to pop the cherry.